Georgia (GA) Tax Rates — 2026

Income Tax 5.39%

Sales Tax 7.38%

Property Tax 0.83%

Income Tax

Type: Flat rate — 5.39% on all taxable income

Standard Deduction: Single: $12,000 | Married Filing Jointly: $24,000

Sales Tax

State Rate4%

Avg Local Rate3.38%

Combined Rate7.38%

Groceries: Exempt

+0.81% vs national avg

Property Tax

Effective Rate0.83%

Median Annual Tax$1,855

-0.24% vs national avg (1.07%)

Retirement Income Tax

Social SecurityNO

PensionsPARTIAL

401(k) / IRAYES

Estate & Inheritance Tax

Has Estate Tax: NO

Corporate Tax

Corporate Income Tax Rate: 5.39%

Additional Notes

Georgia transitioned to a flat tax rate of 5.39% in 2025, down from its prior graduated structure. Taxpayers age 62-64 can exclude up to $35,000 of retirement income; age 65+ can exclude up to $65,000.

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Sources: Georgia Department of Revenue; Tax Foundation, Facts & Figures 2025; IRS Publication 17.